mystique

noun/mɪˈstiːk/

Frequency rank: #13,064 most common English word

Meaning

An air of mystery, charm, or special power that makes someone or something fascinating and impressive.

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Example sentence

The old castle has always had mystique surrounding it that draws thousands of tourists every year.

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